HIDALGO COUNTYWELLNESS BEAT |
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WELLNESS CHAMPION OF THE MONTHIsrael Perez |
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"It's not easy. You need to find motivation. ... Get some pointers or get a buddy system.'' Israel discussed with us how his mental health was impacting his physical health and how he turned it around with exercise, a support system, and the Wellness Program webinars. | | |
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Nominate a Potential Wellness Champion |
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Do you know someone who has made changes to improve their health and well-being? Nominate them below for a chance to be featured as the Wellness Champion of the Month! |
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Employee Wellness Challenge Kick-Off Event |
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Photo: A group participates in the morning workout at the Precinct 2 Wellness Market on November 13, 2021. |
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The Wellness Program will be hosting its kick-off event of the new year on Saturday, January 22, 2022, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Precinct 2 Indoor Sports Complex in Pharr! It will be in conjunction with the Precinct 2 Wellness Market. At the event, county employees will be able to participate in exercises and a yoga class. The keynote speaker for the event will be JoAnn Breaux, a registered dietitian nutritionist with H-E-B. Vera Whole Health Edinburg Clinic will also be in attendance to discuss its services, along with several vendors. |
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Sign up for the eight-week wellness challenge above! There will be first and second place prizes in both men's and women's categories. Participants must complete the initial and final weigh-ins and lose the most body fat percentage in their respective categories. Participants will receive motivational messages, a list of healthy foods to assist in diet structure, and a list of at-home exercises and stretches. |
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| | Precinct 1 Wed., Jan. 19 at 1:30 P.M. | | |
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| | Precinct 2 Wed., Jan. 19 at 8:00 A.M. | | |
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| | Precinct 3 Thurs., Jan. 20 at 8:00 A.M. | | |
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| | Precinct 4 Fri., Jan. 21 at 8:00 A.M. | | |
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The week leading up to the event, the Wellness Program will visit each precinct to give you more information about the kick-off event and have employees complete their first weigh-in for the challenge on a completely voluntary basis. You can register for the precinct nearest you above. Let's have a healthy start to the new year with this friendly competition! |
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New Season of The Wellness Exchange Starts January 12 on YouTube |
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Photo: Dr. Maria Madrid discusses cholesterol with Diana Salinas in an episode of The Wellness Exchange. |
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An all-new season of The Wellness Exchange starts up on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, only on YouTube! Diana Salinas, the Hidalgo County Wellness Program Coordinator, hosts health professionals to discuss topics that may impact the lives of county employees and their families. Some of the topics of discussion include cholesterol, stress management, family planning, and loneliness. An episode will be released every two weeks on the Hidalgo County Wellness Program YouTube Channel. Please head over to YouTube to subscribe to our channel! |
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Holiday Coffee Stop with Vera Whole Health |
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Photo: Sheriff Eddie Guerra made time to learn about services from Vera Whole Health. |
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Last month, the Wellness Program held the Holiday Coffee Stop event at four locations: the Sheriff's Office, the courthouse, the Annex Building, and the Administration Building. The event was an effort to give county employees a chance to connect with Vera Whole Health. Also, to enjoy some free delicious coffee from Match Made Coffee Bar. |
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The coffee shop served more than 400 county employees! View more photos from the multi-location event in our gallery. |
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Holly, Jolly, Healthy Christmas Raffle Winners |
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Congratulations to the Holly, Jolly, Healthy Christmas Raffle winners, Tootsie Barrera, Carlos Cantu, and Abigail Espinoza! Initially, we were going to give only one prize, but we received more than 370 entries we decided to add two more prize winners. Thank you to everyone who shared their wellness goal for 2022. We hope you reach it! |
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Wellness Program Website: New Year, New Look |
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The start of a new year calls for a little upgrade. We revamped the Hidalgo County Wellness Program website, so please check it out! |
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Register for wellness events, find COVID-19 information, and utilize employee wellness resources. |
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"Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live." – Jim Rohn |
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We invite you to join us for our webinars, in partnership with Deer Oaks EAP Services, and in-person events of the month that we will host. |
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| | How to Become More Resilient During Challenging Times Monday, Jan. 24 at 1 P.M. | | |
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| | Building a Culture of Respect Friday, Jan. 28 at 10 A.M. | | |
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Health Talk: Staying Active On the Job (Desk Exercises) with Airrosti Rehab Centers Monday, Jan. 31 12 P.M. – 1 P.M. Commissioner's Courtroom 100 E. Cano St. in Edinburg Free lunch for all attendees! | | |
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Preventative Measure Program:Health Risk Assessment |
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County employees and their dependents over the age of 18 are qualified to participate in the Preventative Measure Program. They must also be covered by the county's medical insurance, Aetna. To be eligible, you would need to complete: - Aetna Online Health Risk Assessment
- Annual physical exam
- Lab work at Quest or Labcorp
For more information email Employee Benefits at employeebenefits@co.hidalgo.tx.us. |
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Recipe – Balanced Meal of the Month |
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Meal Prep Power Bowl 5 Servings • 15 min prep time • 50 mins total • 506 calories per serving | | |
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Wellness Podcast Recommendations of the Month |
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A fan of podcasts? We'd like to help you out with suggestions. Every month we will highlight a few podcasts that cover health and wellness topics. Take a listen on your breaks or commute to work and home. |
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